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C/RIVER NORTH SENATORIAL BY-ELECTION: ODOM PLEDGE EFFECTIVE REPRESENTATION
Cyril Ogar
The senatorial candidates of the People Democratic Party PDP in the forthcoming Cross-River Northern Senatorial District bye-election, Chief Mrs. Martina Odom has promised effective and better representation if voted into office as a lawmaker.
Odom made the pledge while addressing journalists after submitting her interest form at the PDP National Secretariat in Abuja on Friday.

Chief Mrs. Odom during an interview at Wadatta House PDP Secretariat in Abuja
She said: “I would ensure that the laws that would address the plight of the people are made especially the rape that has been a menace in the society, adding that she would stop at nothing to ensure NDDC funds will be used judiciously through oversight function as well as interaction with all the stakeholders in the region.
According to her, I will stop at nothing to ensure that my constituency gets effective, efficient, positive, and better representation if given the opportunity to serve.
“I have a passionate intention for my people from the North Senatorial District; I intend to give them very effective representation.
She stressed that the woman who died, my late sister, Doctor Mrs. Rose Okoh is from Yala Local government area of northern cross river state, she was the only woman among the eleven representatives that we have in the National Assembly and by her person, I expect and am pleading that a woman should replace her,.
“I want to serve my people with passion; I want to look at where there are gaps for development I want to fill them.”
When asked which area she wants to fill the gap? She replied: “Rape is one of the issues that I will attend to once am elected.
“Almost on a yearly basis, we do have a crisis in North and Southern area of my District, boundaries of my District at Obudu and Ukelle axis and anytime it happens a lot of people are killed, lots of properties are destroyed.
“It is one of the primary issues that I want to handle. It is time for the cry of women to be heard, the cry of women for fair representations have been quite loud.
In every sector, women will be attended to and the road in the senatorial district is very bad, a whole lot of them.
“I will do all my best to make sure that all the roads are worked on, and that bad road has led to people died due to frequent accidents.
“Primarily, God has made me a woman. I may not be the only woman but the woman who just departed I contested election with her, I know that I have acceptance and approval of my people and that makes me unique.”
Speaking on her desire to ensure NDDC fund judiciously, Chief Mrs. Odom said: “By the grace of God if elected, I will try to be within the circle of power and influence what happen especially Niger Delta; I will monitor and see that what is available for the NDDC. Then, I will ensure through oversight function and interaction with all those who work there. I will ensure that there is fair distribution and I will ensure that the environmental challenge of my district is captured.” She promised.
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Daughters of Dr. Charles Ononiwu, Chiamanda and Chiamaka, Launch Debut Books to Uplift Hearts Facing Life’s Struggles
 
														Joel Ajayi
At just 18 and 20 years old, Chiamanda and Chiamaka Ononiwu — daughters of renowned Nigerian surgeon Dr. Charles Ononiwu — have achieved a remarkable milestone with the release of their debut inspirational books, Do Not Be Afraid and Waterfalls.
Their literary journey began six years ago, during the height of the global COVID-19 pandemic. While the world was engulfed in fear and uncertainty, the then 13- and 15-year-old sisters turned inward, using writing as an outlet to process their emotions, express their faith, and reach out to others with messages of hope and resilience.
What began as a quiet act of creativity blossomed into two powerful books that now serve as beacons of light for readers navigating life’s storms.
Eighteen-year-old Chiamanda Ononiwu is the author of Do Not Be Afraid. A passionate Electrical Engineering student , she is also a proud alumna of Intellichild TLC and Valedictorian of Great Blessings School, Class of 2022.
In her book, she addresses the emotional challenges many young people face and draws from her personal faith to offer guidance and encouragement.
Her elder sister, Chiamaka Ononiwu, 20, is a final-year medical student at Babcock University in Nigeria. She penned Waterfalls, a heartfelt and deeply spiritual work she describes as divinely inspired. Chiamaka views her writing as a calling — a mission to uplift souls and bring hope to those struggling with life’s challenges.
“Personally, I would say it all started with the idea of inclusion, inspired by real human experiences,” Chiamaka shared. “We’ve had conversations with people who’ve gone through difficult situations — including issues and those stories helped shape what I write today.”
She added, “It’s all about encouraging people to face life with faith. We began this journey during a dark time in the world, and I felt called to create something that could offer comfort and hope — not just locally, but globally.”
The official book launch and signing ceremony took place on Wednesday in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, and was attended by family, friends, colleagues, and well-wishers. It was a celebration of creativity, faith, and youthful brilliance, as the sisters presented their work to an inspired audience.
Speaking at the event, Chiamaka emphasized the core message of her book: “Waterfalls reminds readers that God is always watching over His people. He doesn’t bring fear — He brings peace, hope, and love. I want readers to find comfort and assurance in that truth.”
For Chiamanda, her book is a message to young people who may feel overwhelmed by life’s pressures: “Do Not Be Afraid is especially for youth navigating difficult times. No matter how hard life gets, you can always find strength and direction in God’s word.”
Writing came naturally to both sisters. Chiamaka recalled, “Even as a child, I loved writing short stories for my siblings. When the opportunity came to publish, I knew it was time to share my message with a wider audience.”
Despite their demanding academic paths, both young women balanced their studies with writing through perseverance and faith.
Chiamanda and Chiamaka are united by a shared dream — to inspire people across the world with their writing.
Chiamaka expressed Further; “Our biggest hope is that these books will reach people who need to know that God is real, that He’s always with them, and that through Him, anything is possible,” Chiamaka said.
With Do Not Be Afraid and Waterfalls, the Ononiwu sisters have not only created literary works — they’ve created lifelines. Their voices, grounded in faith and driven by purpose, remind readers everywhere that even in the darkest moments, God’s light never fades.
Their father, Dr. Charles Ononiwu — a distinguished surgeon and deeply devoted parent — also spoke at the event, sharing the journey from his perspective.
“For me, my number one priority has always been to care for children — not just medically, but also by encouraging them academically and in the basics of life,” he said.
He recounted a moving moment with Chiamanda, who approached him with the idea of sharing her story publicly to inspire others.
“She came to me and said she wanted to talk to her peers, to share how she had been comforted, and to help them see that everything would be okay,” he recalled. “As a father, my role was to guide her. I support both of them, help activate their strengths, and provide direction.”
Dr. Ononiwu made the decision to fund the publication of their books himself, believing in the power of their message.
“I told them, ‘You have something the world needs. You can make an impact in the lives of others,’” he said. “I believe every child has a gift. It is our responsibility as parents not to dismiss them, but to help them discover and nurture their talents.”
He encouraged all parents to support their children’s creative pursuits, noting, “Every person has something special inside them — no one is without talent. It’s just a matter of looking inward, discovering that gift, and sharing it with the world.”
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